Mimi Marstaller: Weighing America’s ideals against a violent century

As a high school teacher I am struck by how often I have to decide whether to add “Discuss the shooting” to the class agenda. Of course we talked about the local tragedy of Oct. 25. When we were back in class after the shelter-in-place days, a student asked how it could be that two […]

Bob Neal: The Countryman: Who really determines policy

I have seen process determining policy time and again, for better and for worse. And not only in government.

Editorial cartoon for Saturday, Dec. 23

Clarence Page: When it comes to slogans, pro-Palestinian activists should stick to those whose meanings aren’t disputed

Not only are those at loggerheads over Israel and Hamas taking the temperature to extreme levels, they won’t even agree on how to argue. Is, for example, “from the river to the sea” fair comment?

Froma Harrop: Libertines at Moms for Liberty

Moms for Liberty was really a front for Donald Trump, so it all fits in. Members posing in photos with Proud Boys was something of a giveaway. The true mission of this “parental rights group” was to scoop up cheap votes from parents genuinely concerned about their children’s moral upbringing.

Editorial cartoon for Friday, Dec. 22

Cal Thomas: A gift that will keep on giving

The Children’s Scholarship Fund has been helping especially low-income parents have a choice and children a chance to have a better education and a better life.

Editorial cartoon for Thursday, Dec. 21

Joseph Martin and Rep. Tammy Schmersal-Burgess: Maine can’t prosper with exclusive electric vehicle usage

We ask fellow Mainers, has government gone absolutely loony? On Dec. 13 this was the headline that greeted us: “Maine considering California-style incentives to encourage electric vehicle sales.” This measure would require, not encourage, 82% of new vehicles sold to be zero emissions by 2032. The Maine Board of Environmental Protection must not implement such […]

Kevin Landry: Lewiston needs leadership for all citizens, not just some

On Dec. 16, Boba in Lewiston closed its doors for good. J. Dostie Jewelers will be relocating to Yarmouth after 76 years anchoring the corner of Main and Lisbon streets. Unfortunately, this is a disturbing trend that is plaguing the downtown area. That is only part of the problem. Lewiston has one hospital on the […]